Can I get a protective order lifted If I didn't even want to press charges?

Protective orders are routinely issued as part of the DV conviction no matter what the victim wants. Usually lasts for duration of probation. You...

Get an attorney. Chances of getting a reduced charge is better. Getting a public defender depends on income. If you have a decent job, you may not...

How do I deal with an out of state misdemeanor case without appearing in court?

Obtain a Sacramento area attorney to appear for you. There might be a bench warrant out for the FTA that you would need recalled. Then take care of...

Traffic court is in city of Santa Clara on Homestead Rd. You are in Modesto? You can either make a trip out, call the court clerk, or have someone...

I was asking is there a staute of limitations on domestic violence, not a dui. Why warrant didnt come up when arrested for dui?

Domestic violence can either be charged as a misdemeanor or a felony. Statute for misdemeanor is one year and three years for a felony. If a...

WWhen the last name is wrong do I have to respond to a subpoena to testify against my own son??

If you were served with a subpoena, you must appear. You could face contempt charges if you don't. You can contact the Asst DA who issued the...

Husband hit wife, police were called, hearing scheduled?

If husband was arrested, then he will be charged with domestic violence. Can't avoid going to court. What's going to happen and what he should do...

As long as the restrained person can be personally served. This means that the sheriff or someone over the age of 18, not you, hands the...

I don't want to be deposition anymore

Talk to your friend's attorney. You might be able to do a written declaration instead.

I am terrified of my kids dads wife. She constantly calls the cops on me and is trying to put me in jail. Can I file a RO?

You can't get a restraining order on the person who has one on you. The protected person also can't report you for violating the RO without some...